Monaco-Style Fish Stew
A flavorful and hearty fish stew with Mediterranean influences, featuring a delicate balance of saffron, herbs, and fresh seafood. It's a comforting dish often served with crusty bread.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings4
DifficultyEasy
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 cup Onion(diced)
- 2 cups Fish stock
- 1 tsp Saffron threads
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley(chopped)
- 1 tbsp Fresh thyme(chopped)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 pound Cod fillets(cut into cubes)
- 1 cup Tomatoes(diced)
- 1/4 cup Fresh basil(chopped)
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper(freshly ground)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
💡 Tip: Use a good quality olive oil for best flavor. - 2
Add the minced garlic and diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Pour in the fish stock, add saffron threads, chopped parsley, chopped thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
💡 Tip: Ensure the saffron threads are evenly distributed. - 4
Bring the mixture to a simmer and add the cod cubes. Stir to combine.
💡 Tip: Do not overcook the fish. - 5
Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the diced tomatoes and chopped basil and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- 6
Serve hot with crusty bread.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of white wine to the broth.
- ✓Feel free to add other types of firm white fish or seafood like shrimp or mussels.
- ✓A pinch of red pepper flakes can add a subtle heat.
🔄 Variations
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice just before serving for brightness.
- Incorporate other Mediterranean vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.